MileIntelHow to Earn
Tier Miles earned on Emirates and flydubai flights based on fare class and route distance. Higher cabins earn more per flight
Middle East and international long-haul travelers flying Emirates and flydubai.
Elite Status Tiers
| Tier | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Blue | Entry level |
| Silver | 25,000 Tier Miles or 25 qualifying flights in 12 months |
| Gold | 50,000 Tier Miles or 50 qualifying flights in 12 months |
| Platinum | 150,000 Tier Miles in 12 months (must include at least 1 Business or First Class flight) |
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Redemption Values
- Economy
- 0.7–0.8¢
- Business
- 1.2–1.4¢
- First
- 1.2–1.8¢
Best value on Emirates first class (including A380 Shower Spa) and long-haul flights
Expiration Policy
Miles expire 3 years after earning, at the end of the member's birth month. Miles can be extended or reinstated for a fee. Platinum members' miles never expire
Transfer Partners
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We’ll watch your Skywards Miles balance, flag expiration risk, and alert you when sweet-spot redemptions open up on the routes you fly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Emirates Skywards offers Tier Miles earned on Emirates and flydubai flights based on fare class and route distance. Higher cabins earn more per flight. You can also earn through co-branded credit cards, shopping portals, dining programs, and partner purchases. Transfer partners include: Marriott Bonvoy.
Miles expire 3 years after earning, at the end of the member's birth month. Miles can be extended or reinstated for a fee. Platinum members' miles never expire
Emirates Skywards has 4 elite tiers: Blue (Entry level), Silver (25,000 Tier Miles or 25 qualifying flights in 12 months), Gold (50,000 Tier Miles or 50 qualifying flights in 12 months), Platinum (150,000 Tier Miles in 12 months (must include at least 1 Business or First Class flight)).
Emirates Skywards is best for Middle East and international long-haul travelers flying Emirates and flydubai. Emirates' loyalty program with rolling 12-month qualification. Only Silver, Gold, and Platinum members can book First Class awards (as of May 2025).
Emirates Skywards has co-branded credit cards plus transfer partner access from programs like Marriott Bonvoy. Check the credit card strategy section above for the optimal card combination.
